The Fifteenth Moon is a song by Dong Zhenhou.
The Fifteenth Moon is a song written by Shi Xiang, composed by Tie Yuan and Xu Xiyi, arranged by Lou Lianguang, and sung by Dong Zhenhou.The song was written in 1984.In June 2019, the song was selected as one of the "100 Outstanding Songs to Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China".
The Fifteenth Moon can be divided into three parts, each of which consists of eight bars, all of which have two phrases. As a song with 12 bars***6 phrases, "Fifteen Moons" has a short structure but is rigorous and bright, with an aesthetic effect of simplicity and abundance, revealing the inner emotional world of the warrior from a new perspective, expressing the warrior's heartfelt feelings, and fulfilling the aesthetic needs of the general army and the general public.
The "love" in the song is based on the premise and conditions of the sacrifice and dedication of soldiers, so the song is not only an expression of "love", but also a commendation of the sacrifice and dedication of soldiers.
About the author of the original song "Fifteen Moons"
Dong Zhenhou was formerly known as Dong Zhenxiang. China's famous singer, there are a number of red songs sung. Since childhood, he loved to sing and had a musical talent. His main works include "Fifteen Moon".
In 1953, Dong Zhenhou was transferred to the cultural troupe of the Northeast Public Security Force. In May 1955, his troupe was merged into the Shenyang Military Region Forward Song and Dance Troupe, where he served as deputy leader of the tenor group.